Applications now open for Cinema Unbound: The Creative Worlds of Powell & Pressburger

Dive into the cinematic universe of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, whose creative partnership in the 1940s created some of the most stylistically ambitious, thematically rich, subversive, and sensual British films ever made.

Conceived by the BFI and delivered in partnership with FAN, Cinema Unbound is the greatest celebration yet of this extraordinary duo of filmmakers.

Powell & Pressburger not only transformed British cinema, but the vast, subversive, and seductive creative universes they created have gone on to influence the world of cinema and bleed into wider popular culture – allowing for numerous entry points into their work for audiences in line with the BFI’s Screen Culture 2033 priorities.

Backed by a UK-wide press and marketing campaign and a central listing platform, the season will have a broad audience appeal.

We are now inviting cinemas, festivals and multi-arts and media organisations to present seasons, events and screenings that celebrate the work of Powell & Pressburger and their influence.

You can download the Creative Brief for more information about the programme’s scope and to get some inspiration.

Dive into the cinematic universe of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, whose creative partnership in the 1940s created some of the most stylistically ambitious, thematically rich, subversive, and sensual British films ever made.

Conceived by the BFI and delivered in partnership with FAN, Cinema Unbound is the greatest celebration yet of this extraordinary duo of filmmakers.

Powell & Pressburger not only transformed British cinema, but the vast, subversive, and seductive creative universes they created have gone on to influence the world of cinema and bleed into wider popular culture – allowing for numerous entry points into their work for audiences in line with the BFI’s Screen Culture 2033 priorities.

Backed by a UK-wide press and marketing campaign and a central listing platform, the season will have a broad audience appeal.

We are now inviting cinemas, festivals and multi-arts and media organisations to present seasons, events and screenings that celebrate the work of Powell & Pressburger and their influence.

You can download the Creative Brief for more information about the programme’s scope and to get some inspiration.